Opportunities

Salary Information

CG33 - $55,965.00 - $62,262.20 per annum.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Student Development Officer (Co-operative Education Coordinator) is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the work-term placement component of various College of the North Atlantic (CNA) programs for students and ensuring they fulfil program graduation requirements.
• Oversees the cooperative education process which includes student readiness for placement, matching students with employers, monitoring student progress, and ensuring reflective learning has occurred as part of the evaluation process.
• The development and delivery of information sessions on relevant topics including learning objectives, workplace professionalism, labour market trends, job search, resume writing, and interview skills; marketing programs and students to prospective employers; liaising with faculty mentors to ensure a meaningful experience and work-term related issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Assisting with the coordination and participation in career fairs, conferences, and trade shows that provide marketing and networking opportunities.
• Providing advice and guidance on the co-operative education process and requirements, student aid, and various other related student services policies and regulations; and taking an active role in policy and procedure development.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Social Sciences or related field (equivalencies will be considered).
• Experience in career development.
• Experience in a post-secondary environment (asset).

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of career development activities and practices.
• Knowledge of current labour market trends.
• Knowledge of marketing practices.
• Communication skills (including presentation/facilitation).
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to student success.
• Networking and relationship building skills.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work independently.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
• Required travel within the region on a regular basis as well as the use of a personal vehicle.

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Ridge Road Campus.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Sheila Lane, Selection Board Chair, by email at sheila.lane@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

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